How Would You Envision a Space Colony?

Twenty years from now, humans will live and work in space in record numbers—so says Rick Tumlinson, a two-decade veteran of the private space industry. As companies work feverishly to develop the technology needed for this galactic future, Tumlinson is bringing together the people who will use it. His annual New Worlds gathering is a place for space lovers of all ages to brainstorm, fantasize, and—perhaps most importantly—prepare for life off of Earth. Production company Freethink documents a New Worlds Conventionin this episode from the series The New Space Race.

The Short Film Showcase spotlights exceptional short videos created by filmmakers from around the web and selected by National Geographic editors. We look for work that affirms National Geographic's belief in the power of science, exploration, and storytelling to change the world. The filmmakers created the content presented, and the opinions expressed are their own, not those of National Geographic Partners.

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How Would You Envision a Space Colony?

Twenty years from now, humans will live and work in space in record numbers—so says Rick Tumlinson, a two-decade veteran of the private space industry. As companies work feverishly to develop the technology needed for this galactic future, Tumlinson is bringing together the people who will use it. His annual New Worlds gathering is a place for space lovers of all ages to brainstorm, fantasize, and—perhaps most importantly—prepare for life off of Earth. Production company Freethink documents a New Worlds Conventionin this episode from the series The New Space Race.

The Short Film Showcase spotlights exceptional short videos created by filmmakers from around the web and selected by National Geographic editors. We look for work that affirms National Geographic's belief in the power of science, exploration, and storytelling to change the world. The filmmakers created the content presented, and the opinions expressed are their own, not those of National Geographic Partners.

Know of a great short film that should be part of our Showcase? Email sfs@natgeo.com to submit a video for consideration. See more from National Geographic's Short Film Showcase at documentary.com